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$427+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Anchorage (DSM - ANC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — ANC
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 5, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:59 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops13h 54mDelta
Thu 12/255:45 amANC - DSM
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/3$581
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/32:16 pmDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 38mDelta
Tue 12/912:30 amANC - DSM
2 stops10h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/3$628
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2611:00 amDSM - ANC
2 stops14h 45mDelta
Fri 1/91:20 amANC - DSM
2 stops17h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/4$634
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:07 amDSM - ANC
1 stop16h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/258:30 pmANC - DSM
1 stop11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$638
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:31 amDSM - ANC
1 stop14h 18mDelta
Sat 12/275:45 amANC - DSM
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/5$687

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Anchorage (ANC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$581
(Delta)

One-way from

$427
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$830
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Anchorage that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Anchorage that are best for you.

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Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Thu 12/18

4:59 pm-12:57 am

1 stop10h 58m

Anchorage

Thu 12/25

5:45 am-8:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$619

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Wed 12/3

2:16 pm-1:54 am

2 stops14h 38m

Anchorage

Tue 12/9

12:30 am-2:19 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$628

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

3:30 pm-1:57 am

2 stops13h 27m

Anchorage

Sat 1/10

5:55 am-9:24 pm

2 stops12h 29m

$634

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 12/20

7:31 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 18m

Anchorage

Sat 12/27

5:45 am-8:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$687

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

11:30 am-7:15 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$427

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

11:00 am-10:49 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$432

Des MoinesAnchorage

DSM - ANC

DSMANC

Des Moines

Sat 11/15

6:50 am-9:48 pm

3 stops17h 58m

$1,134

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Deals found on 11/3

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Anchorage flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Anchorage flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Anchorage flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Anchorage flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Anchorage flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Anchorage

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage (average of $455). Flying from Des Moines to Anchorage in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 5, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Anchorage in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Anchorage. Reviews last updated November 5, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Des Moines to Anchorage, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,004 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,002 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Anchorage. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Delta can get you from Des Moines to Anchorage in just under 10h 58m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Des Moines and Anchorage is about 2668 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Anchorage round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Anchorage is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $461 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $595 and $625 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Anchorage that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Anchorage flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Anchorage.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage (average of $455). Flying from Des Moines to Anchorage in February is currently the most expensive (average of $808). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Anchorage

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Anchorage. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$595Average$824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$625Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$744Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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